Architectural Historian

Dutton Associates a Timmons Group company (DA) is seeking a full-time Architectural Historian for our  Cultural Resources Group  based in our  Richmond VA  office location. The Architectural Historian is responsible for conducting investigations involving historic buildings structures landscapes and a wide variety of related property types. They will work collaboratively with other members of the architectural history team and the overall cultural resources group to ensure that project goals are met.  The Architectural Historian will contribute to project compliance survey reports National Register nominations and other cultural resource documents as needed. Regional overnight travel is expected.

*Please submit at least two writing samples with your resume.*

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

• Planning and conducting historical field surveys and preparing detailed architectural and historical reports.
• Assembling historic resource site file forms site maps and photographs.
• Evaluating the significance of historic resources according to established criteria such as the National Register of Historic Places.
• Assessing potential project effects to historic resources under provisions of Section 106 of the National Register of Historic Preservation Act.
• Conducting archival research as necessary.
• Performing other duties as required.

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

• M.A. or M.S. in Architectural History Historic Preservation or closely related field from a recognized program is required
• At least 5 years previous experience in Cultural Resource Management is preferred.
• Meet or exceed the SOI Standards for Architectural History.
• Proficient with ArcGIS.
• Possess a strong understanding of architectural styles construction techniques and the historical context of buildings and landscapes.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate and interact with other members of the team clients and the public.
• Ability to work on simultaneous tasks while meeting project deadlines and adhering to project budgets.
• Experience in conducting historic land records research.
• Ability to work both independently as well as collaborate on a team.
• Possess a valid drivers license.
• Ability to read and navigate maps.

Additional Information :

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy creative flexible patient self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our companys Vision Mission and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin disability or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a Best Firm to Work For by CE News. With 21 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast we provide civil engineering environmental economic development GIS/geospatial technology landscape architecture and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Records (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources technology and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information visit .

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time